Introducing Douala

Located in the southwest of the country and acting as the administrative center of the Littoral (Coastal) region, it attracts attention with its cosmopolitan atmosphere. Douala was founded by the Portuguese in the 15th century as a colonial port and was known colloquially as the “armpit of Africa” owing to its location in the gulf region. After Kinshasa it is the second biggest port of Africa and 95% of the country’s import business is done here. With its tropical climate, Douala invites you for a vacation full of adventure amongst the rainforests.

Doualai is known for:

Nature and WildlifeEntertainment and ShoppingHistory and Art

Quick information

NEARBY CITIES

Bonaberi (18 km)

Yassa (13 km)

Boro (21 km)

CURRENCY

CFA Franc BEAC (XAF)

COUNTRY CODE

+237

ELECTRIC POWER

C,E

TIME ZONE

GMT +1

AVG. PRICE OF A COFFEE

€0.98

AVG. PRICE OF A MEAL

€25.78

Average Temperature

January

27,8 °C

February

28,3 °C

March

27,8 °C

April

27,8 °C

May

27,2 °C

June

26,1 °C

July

25 °C

August

25 °C

September

25,6 °C

October

26,1 °C

November

26,7 °C

December

27,2 °C

January

27,8 °C

February

28,3 °C

March

27,8 °C

April

27,8 °C

May

27,2 °C

June

26,1 °C

July

25 °C

August

25 °C

September

25,6 °C

October

26,1 °C

November

26,7 °C

December

27,2 °C

Douala airport information

PUBLIC TRANSPORT:

There is no public transport from the airport to Douala city center.

Average time from airport: N/A

Distance from airport: N/A

TAXI:

You can get to the city center using the taxi service that operates from the airport. As the drivers don’t use a meter, you will need to negotiate the price. If you are prepared to bargain, you can get there for around 5,000–8,000 Central African CFA francs. The journey takes around 20–30 minutes.

Average taxi price: 5,000–8,000 Central African CFA francs

CAR RENTAL:

Miles & Smiles members earn 100 Miles per day, up to maximum 1000 Miles. What’s more, rentals made through the website for 1 or 2 days earn an extra 250 Miles, while rentals for 3 or more days earn an extra 500 Miles.